Outdoorsman Tripod Worth it.

[tracker12]

I have always used a cheap tripod with my Swaro spotter but am thinking of upgrading this year. The outdoorsman has caught my eye. Thoughts from guys that have used them would be appreciated.

 

[bbrown]

Honestly I think your money is better spent on other tripods. They are well built and will last a lifetime but there are many other options out there that get the job done just as well at a fraction of the cost.

Their tripod heads on the other hand are worth every penny...

 

[Ace of Spades]

There is a whole market out there for DSLR cameras, I'm sure there are probably better deals and products.. Check out B&H Photo and other camera retailers. I use a SLIK aluminum tripod for videoing on backcountry hunts as well as taking pictures.

 

[twall13]

While I have no experience with the Outdoorsmans tripods, I tend to agree with the above posts. I think for less money you can get a solid tripod that weighs less and has a taller max height. The Slik tripods S&S Archery sells are a good example. I also think if you are going to spend that much money the Promaster XC525 is a better option. Heck, you can pick up the aluminum version of the Promaster for around $150 compared to the aluminum Outdoorsmans. Nothing against the Outdoorsmans, I have their Binocular adapter and know they make high quality gear. I just feel for the money you can do better on tripods specifically.

 

[dotman]

Slik 624 and Outdoorsmans head is about as perfect as you will find for quality, durability and light weight.

 

[neverquit]

Yes it's worth it.

One thing to remember is every single part of an outdoorsman tripod is covered under their warranty and avalible in there shop.

 

[whacker1]

I debated this all year. I talked to dozens of folks and what I found is that there are very few people that can say that they have looked through a spotter in the wind with various tripods under them. I found a couple of people that have and they said if you are willing to part with the money, there is nothing better. I purchased a compact medium tripod and quick release panner and pistol grip head for my swaro 20-60x65 and just took delivery last week. I set it up looking at some sheep at 1400 yards away last Sunday with a steady 15-20 mile per hour wind coming at me from the 2 o'clock position and gusts pushing 25 and tripod all theway extended and the spotter didn't move at all. This is what I was after in performance. I have used cheap tripods for the most part up until 2014 when I borrowed a buddies outdorsmand and that is where I got hooked.

 

[tracker12]

Thanks guys. Good stuff from current owners that have made the plunge. I tend to think there are probably a better choice for half the price. It's just hard to see them in person.

 

[Shrek]

Carbon fiber has better dampening than aluminum. For the same weight and cost you can get a top of the line carbon fiber tripod.

 

[wyogodscountry]

Buy once cry once. You already know that if you buy the setup you will be getting the best. With the above stated with the wind very true I experience it a lot with the good o'l Wyoming wind. I have had a few tripods over the years never the carbon fiber but will say after I bought the outdoorsmans I have never once regretted it. Money well invested!!!

 

[tracker12]

Wow I was hoping there would be a clear winner here but it doesn't look like it. Guess I will look at other options before I decide.

 

[bcimport]

I've tried quite a few and now have the medium outdoorsman. One of the few pieces of gear that is not subject to scrutiny each year. It is pretty much perfect.

 

[dirtytough]

My buddy bought their tripod and pistol grip and I liked neither one. We were using same spotting scope swaro 20-60x80 side by side. Him on the above setup me with a Gitzo tripod with the outdoorsman pan head.

Good luck finding the right tripod for you.

Regards, Branden

 

[WRO]

Carbon is far superior to aluminum IMHO. Aluminum is cold and loud in comparison to carbon.


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[tracker12]

Checked out the SLIK 624 and it looks pretty nice for the price. Going to try and find a local dealer so I can at least handle one.

 

[dotman]

Checked out the SLIK 624 and it looks pretty nice for the price. Going to try and find a local dealer so I can at least handle one.

S&S Archery is the only one that carries the 29oz twist lock version FYI...

 

[beetlespin]

It was a lot of money but I am still glad I bought mine. The pan head is a really nice piece. I went with a medium compact tripod and really like it too. I know there is lighter out there but man, that thing is so stable and strong! I upgraded to a complete outdoorsmans tripod setup before upgrading my Nikon prostaff spotter. I think it was the way to go despite my tripod being worth three times my spotter.


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[hunt1up]

I love my Outdoorsmans. It's extremely well built. Sure others will work for less money. I do know that I'll never buy another tripod now that I have the Outdoorsmans.

 

[C Bow]

I love my Outdoorsmans. It's extremely well built. Sure others will work for less money. I do know that I'll never buy another tripod now that I have the Outdoorsmans.

How did hunters kill sheep before all the modern equipment? A person has 2 ears and 1 mouth for a reason my Grandfather told me and he also said Son it is not the arrow but the Indian who decides what lives or dies.I think of this often. I am slow not Stupid.

 

[hunt1up]

How did hunters kill sheep before all the modern equipment? A person has 2 ears and 1 mouth for a reason my Grandfather told me and he also said Son it is not the arrow but the Indian who decides what lives or dies.I think of this often. I am slow not Stupid.

What's your point? That I shouldn't use expensive gear because you deem it unnecessary?

I've used plenty of cheap gear over the years with plenty of success. But I spend countless hours a year on hunting and I enjoy quality products.

Just conveying my experience with the product that was asked about.